Ear, nose, & throat journal
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Case Reports Comparative Study
Acoustic neuroma surgery in patients over 65 years of age.
Patients over 65 years old develop acoustic neuromas with the same signs and symptoms as younger patients. Age limits beyond which surgery for acoustic neuroma is not offered have been suggested. ⋯ This study suggests that the patient's general medical condition, life expectancy and factors other than chronologic age should be considered in the indications for surgery of acoustic neuroma. Acoustic neuroma surgery for the older patient can provide gratifying results.